RCL Foods has issued recalls for multiple pet food brands nationwide after Salmonella contamination discovered in products meant for destruction.
South African food producer RCL Foods has announced a major recall of dry pet food products following the discovery of Salmonella contamination in batches that were supposed to be destroyed.
The crisis began when condemned pet food products, originally sent to a waste management facility in eastern Gauteng for destruction, were stolen and illegally resold through informal market channels.
Expanded recall investigation
Following the theft incident, RCL Foods conducted comprehensive safety checks on other potentially contaminated products designated for destruction. The investigation revealed that some contaminated batches had also entered the formal retail market.
Affected brands and products
The company has initiated a countrywide recall of specific batches from seven popular pet food brands:
- • Bobtail
- • Bonzo
- • Catmor
- • Canine Cuisine
- • Feline Cuisine
- • Optimizor
- • Ultra Pet Dog food
All affected products were manufactured at one of RCL’s pet food production facilities, with specific batch identification dates provided to consumers.
Consumer guidance
Pet owners who have purchased any affected products are urged to:
• Return products immediately to retailers for full refund or replacement
• Exercise extreme caution when handling pet food
• Monitor pets for signs of illness
• Seek veterinary advice if symptoms appear
Source: Businesstech.co.za
